Here are a few Hollywood movies based on real-life people/incidents to catch up on when it is pouring outsideSchindler's List (1993) - Starring
Liam Neeson, this movie is based on the life of Oskar Schindler of Poland and how persecution of the Jewish workforce by the Nazis affects him. The movie won seven
Academy Awards out of the 12 it was nominated for.
The Fighter (2010) - Based on the life of boxer Micky Ward,
Christian Bale and
Mark Wahlberg's impressive performances won the movie two Oscars.
The Pursuit Of Happyness (2006) -
Will Smith impeccable portrayal of Chris Gardner and his life-changing professional endeavor is one movie that will truly move you.
The Social Network (2010) - The amazing story of Facebook founder
Mark Zuckerberg and the birth of the social networking website with actor
Jesse Eisenberg is one movie you should not miss.
The Last King Of Scotland (2006) - Based on the true life events of brutal Ugandan dictator Idi Amin and his merciless killings is a must-watch for all movie buffs.
Erin Brockovich (2000) - With the breathtakingly-beautiful actress
Julia Roberts, this movie focuses on how a single mother brings down a power company.
Into The Wild (2007) - A must-watch movie for youngsters, the movie is about the journey of a good student, who abandons everything he has to live in the wilderness.
The Other Boleyn Girl (2008) - The story of love, hatred, revenge and power as two sisters fight for the love of King Henry VIII.
Scarlett Johansson and
Natalie Portman along with
Eric Bana make this movie favorite in historical films.
Chaplin (1992) - Story of the legendary comic actor/filmmaker Charlie Chaplin and his troubled life as portrayed by
Robert Downey Jr. makes this film a must-see.
Girl, Interrupted (1999) - Based on a writer's account of her 18-month stay in a mental hospital, this is a movie of strong performances.